As Deep Thought told us, forty-two is the answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything. It's also the real-world fuel economy we managed out of the Lexus ES300h without even trying — the highest available in any plugless luxury vehicle. That, plus the quiet indulgence one gets in any Lexus, means this could be the best luxury commuter car on the market. Even with that horrid trackpad you have to use to control the infotainment system.

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